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Indulgent Pecan Caramel Chocolate Clusters You’ll Love

These Pecan Caramel Chocolate Clusters are a delightful blend of sweet and salty, reminiscent of homemade candies.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 clusters
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Clusters
  • 2 cups Pecan Halves Use raw or roasted for enhanced taste.
  • 30 pieces Soft Caramels Can substitute with homemade caramel if soft and pliable.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream or Milk Substitute with dairy-free alternatives like coconut or almond milk.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet or Dark Chocolate Chips Can substitute with dairy-free chocolate chips.

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt Caramel: Combine soft caramels and heavy cream/milk in a bowl, microwave until smooth.
  3. Coat Pecans: Stir pecan halves into melted caramel until completely coated.
  4. Form Clusters: Drop spoonfuls of caramel-coated pecans onto prepared baking sheet, making clusters of 3-4 pecans each.
  5. Chill Clusters: Refrigerate for 15 minutes until the caramel firms up.
  6. Melt Chocolate: Melt semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
  7. Add Chocolate Layer: Drizzle chocolate over the clusters, covering as preferred.
  8. Final Chill: Refrigerate clusters for another 20-30 minutes until chocolate is set.
  9. Serve and Store: Transfer to a platter or airtight container; enjoy or store for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1clusterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These clusters can be stored at room temperature for up to a week or in the fridge for two weeks. They can also be frozen for up to three months.

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